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Research

Our research focuses on the manifold interactions between teachers and learners relying on a diversity of material, digital and semiotic artefacts. Our studies also embrace the practices of other professionals involved in teaching/ learning processes within the context of their respective educational institutions, as for example, caregivers in “maison relais” or in homes. We aim for the systematic, empirical, methodological examination and theoretical representation (models) of central aspects of teaching and learning, and learning to teach. Additionally we work towards gaining new understandings on processes of teacher professionalisation along the career trajectory.

Both quantitative and qualitative research methods are facilitated in our research projects. Alongside systematic observation procedures, standardised tests and experimental, resp. quasi-experimental methods, we also promote qualitative methods of ethnographic observation, participatory research approaches, collaborative design-based research, as well as action research are also increasingly employed.

Key research issues

1. Primary school teacher education

Pre-service and in-service teacher identity development
Teachers’ beliefs and subjective theories of learning and teaching
Reflective teaching and research practices

2. Primary school teaching practices

Inclusive pedagogy; assessment and development of inclusive teaching materials
Competency-based pedagogical practices
Teaching and learning in culturally diverse settings; contextually responsive pedagogies
Responsive teaching approaches

3. Mathematics Education

3D modelling
Teachers’ mathematical knowledge for teaching
Algebraic thinking and early algebra
Early number skills
Geometric learning

4. Physical Education

Motor learning in early childhood as a prerequisite for an adequate motor development and a healthy lifestyle
Quality aspects of formal and non-formal physical education
Pedagogical diagnose, promotion and monitoring of children’s motor competencies
Promotion of active school settings and active learning; Measurement and promotion of physical activity pattern in different social contexts

5. Science Education

Children’s engagement in science practices; translanguaging in science
Innovative pedagogical approaches; inquiry-based science education
Integrated science and language learning
Task construction in science learning and teaching
Assessment of science textbooks

6. Values Education

Citizenship education, democratic education, holocaust education
Sensibilisation against antisemitism, racism, xenophobia, homophobia, extremisms and populisms
Gender issues, critical pedagogy and human dignity
"Philosophieren mit Kindern", éducation critique aux médias